Shimano 21 Sustain 5000 XGFJX vs Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX
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Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.07 out of 10
Gear ratio6:2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight280g / 9.88oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €215.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000 XGFJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 175/1.75

Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G)
Seafishing
72.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.85 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight385g / 13.58oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings10
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €499.00
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000-XH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 5000 XGFJX clearly outshines Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6:2:1) and line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch). While Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 5000 XGFJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G)?
Shimano 21 Sustain 5000 XGFJX
- A fast gear ratio of 9.6 out of 10 (6:2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- A high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
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